Place the sweet potatoes and water in a 2-qt. microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 8-10 minutes or until potatoes are tender; drain....Ingredients: 3 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4-in. cubes, 1 cup water, 1 can (8 oz) crushed pineapple, 1 can (8 oz) pineapple chunks, drained...

Toast the seeds either in a skillet on stovetop or on a cookie sheet in oven until they begin to
become fragrant, or lightly browned.
They BURN very quickly so you have to stand by and watch.
...Ingredients: 3 T white wine vinegar, 3 T Dijon, 2 T honey, 3 T sesame seeds, toasted...

In a pan, fry up the bacon. When it starts to get crispy, add the onions, celery, and garlic. Saute until the veggies are softened. Then remove from heat and add all the ingredients for the sauce. Mix...Ingredients: 1/2 lb. Bacon, diced, 2 Onions, diced, 3 Celery stalks, diced, 1 Garlic clove, minced...

1. In a bowl, place the dried mushrooms with the pieces of wood ear and the golden needles (lily buds), if using. Add sufficient warm water to cover and leave to soak for about 30 minutes....Ingredients: 115g pork filets cut in thin strips, 406g dried Chinese Mushrooms, 2-3 piece woodear, few golden needles (lily buds) optional...

In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add quinoa. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Remove from the heat an fluff with a fork....Ingredients: 1 cup water, 1/2 cup quinoa, rinsed, 1 small onion, finely chopped, 1 tsp olive oil...